Ingredient Dictionary
Ethyl Macadamiate
This nut-derived ingredient softens and conditions skin, while also adding a smooth, spreadable glide to the formula.
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A polyamide (protein-like polymer) derived from an omega fatty acid. The final ingredient is synthetic, and works in cosmetics as a thickener, opacifier, and offers some mild absorption properties. This ingredient's size is too large to penetrate past ski
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A type of brown seaweed (algae) that has antioxidant properties.
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Type of clay that is most famously used as an absorbent in oil-reducing face masks. Also functions as a thickener, emulsion stabilizer, and opacifying agent in cosmetic formulations.
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Also known as 9-octadecenedioic acid, this plant-derived ingredient plays a novel role in helping to interrupt excess melanin that triggers hyperpigmentation.
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A mineral wax used as a texture enhancer in cosmetics, especially to add stability to lipsticks and stick foundations and keep them blended.
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Scutellaria baicalensis root extract comes from a flowering plant native to China.
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A type of wax derived from candelilla plants, often used in lip care products for barrier protection and emollience. Also contributes to the product's solid consistency.
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Mixture of octyldodecanol (thickener) and myristic acid that forms a new compound used as a skin-softening agent and emollient.
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